the beginning of the Post-office Box in the previous number. In future
we shall print no offer of exchange unless it comes to us very clearly
expressed, for there is no space in the Post-office Box for the
correction of mistakes.
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I wish to say to those correspondents who have sent me used United
States stamps that I only want new, unused stamps, as my foreign
stamps are half unused.
JOHN LEWIS CASPAR,
P. O. Box 3, China Grove, Rowan County, N. C.
We publish the above statement for the benefit of those who may be
sending stamps to the writer; but at the same time we must remind him
that, as his first offer of exchange did not state that he wished for
new stamps only, he is in honor bound either to send his foreign stamps
to his correspondents, or to return promptly those which he has
received.
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I have received so many letters requesting arrow-heads in exchange
for postage stamps that my stock is exhausted. I wish to say to the
boys and girls who have sent me stamps, and to whom I can not
return arrow-heads, that I will either return their stamps, or send
them pressed moss and rocks from Oregon. Correspondents will please
write and tell me which they wish me to do.
WALTER BUCHANAN,
Butteville, Marion County, Oregon.
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The following exchanges are desired by correspondents:
Stamps, for coins and Indian arrow-heads.
EDWARD P. GOODELL,
500 North Twentieth Street, Philadelphia, Penn.
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Quartz, iron ore, or two kinds of old United States stamps, for
foreign stamps.
RUSSELL S. JANNEY,
Rainbow Box, Marietta, Washington Co., Ohio.
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Foreign postage stamps, for curiosities. Ten foreign stamps (no
duplicates) for an Indian arrow-head.
A. C. GILDERSLEEVE,
28 West Forty-eighth Street, New York City.
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Postage stamps.
LEWIS B. MELVAINE,
P. O. Box 2410, New York City.
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Canadian, English, Danish, Japanese, and Sandwich Island stamps,
for Cuban, Newfoundland, Baden, Australian, Spanish, and Philippine
Islands stamps.
JOHNNIE R. WHIPPLE,
Hotel St. Cloud, Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
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Minerals.
EDDIE M. WEYER,
Portsmouth, Scioto County, Ohio.
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Stones from Tennessee, fossils, and other specimens, for sea-shells
and other curiosities.
FANNIE M. YOUNG,
Dixon's Springs, Smith County, Tennessee.
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Stamps.
GOLDWIN GOLDSMITH,
157 East Seventy-fourth Street, New York City.
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Stamps.
W. D. C. SPIKE,
St. Peter's Clergy House,
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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Rare European and American stamps, for South American and African
stamps.
J. H. CROSS, JUN.,
P. O. Box 597, Westerly, R. I.
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Foreign postage stamps, for Indian arrow-heads, ocean curiosities,
or curiosities from South America, and other places. Correspondents
will please label specimens.
JOHN OWEN ROUSE,
115 Broadway, Room 91, New York City.
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Copper pyrites, agate, zinc ore, and some cement-rock from
California, for other minerals or shells.
EMMA. S. PRITCHARD,
738 East Fifth Street, New York City.
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Postage stamps from England, France, Germany, or Cuba, for Chinese,
African, or Danish stamps.
WILL KILLMASTER,
Port Rowan, Ontario, Canada.
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Shells, coins, postmarks, and minerals, for foreign postage stamps,
Indian relics, or monograms. Or a Mexican dollar, some postage
stamps, and some Indian arrow-heads, for a real Indian bow and six
arrows.
ROBERT T. and BERTIE PARKE,
Care of J. H. Wills,
Downingtown, Chester County, Penn.
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Rare foreign stamps.
ANNIE WHEELER,
Care of Postmaster, Danville, Va.
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Postage stamps and minerals, for Indian relics.
WILLIAM L. BLOODGOOD,
1222 North Eighteenth Street, Philadelphia, Penn.
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Five different kinds of well-polished woods, for two good minerals,
size not less than three by three inches, or for two Indian relics,
arrow-heads excepted.
S. H. LOOMIS,
P. O. Box 191, Geneva, Ontario County, N. Y.
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Talc and marble, for ocean curiosities, flower seeds, or for other
minerals.
JULIA E. FOSTER,
Gouverneur, St. Lawrence County, N. Y.
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Postmarks, or old United States stamps, for Newfoundland stamps.
GEORGE M. LEYS,
297 McDonough Street, Brooklyn, N. Y.
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Sea-urchins, small abalone shells, or sea-moss from the Pacific,
for Indian relics of all kinds. Or a piece of flint from
California, for flint from any other State.
FRED A. WALTON, JUN.,
Navarro Ridge, Mendocino County, Cal.
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Silver, iron, or copper ore, Indian relics, soil from ten States,
curious stones, or shells, for stamps (no duplicates).
W. A. COURTRIGHT,
P. O. Box 151, Palmyra, Marion County, Mo.
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A stamp from each of the following countries, Germany, Switzerland,
Italy, Spain, and Holland, for five African, Asiatic, or South
American stamps.
WILLIAM C. RIVERS, Pulaski, Giles County, Tenn.
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Postmarks and stamps, for stamps, coins, or curiosities.
C. PITT F. JOYCE,
611 Thirteenth Street, Washington, D. C.
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Shells, ocean curiosities, or pieces of a wrecked vessel, for
United States postage stamps of denominations above ten cents, or
foreign stamps; Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and
Prince Edward Island stamps especially desired.
WILLIE L. DUDLEY,
P. O. Box 776, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, N. J.
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Postage stamps. Thirty-cent United States and others to exchange.
ANNA G. HESSE,
236 South Second Street, Brooklyn, E. D., N. Y.
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An ounce of sand or a stone from New York State, for the same from
any other State.
K. DEAN,
310 Hamilton Street, Albany, N. Y.
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Specimens of woods and soil of Victoria County, Texas, for the same
of any other locality.
A. G. STERNE, Victoria, Victoria County, Texas.
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A READER, SYRACUSE.--Skins of woodchucks and other small animals are
often prepared by country boys without the use of any chemicals. The
skin, fur side down, is stretched as tight as possible on a board, and
is exposed to the sun and air until thoroughly dry. It must never be
left out at night, nor allowed to get damp, as this makes it liable to
crack and mould. When dry, it should be rubbed gently between the hands
until soft. A little bran added while rubbing absorbs the grease, and
helps to soften the skin. The skin will be better preserved if, after
tacking it to the board, you wash it over with a solution of salt, and
afterward, during several days, moisten the surface often with a wash
made by dissolving two and a half ounces of alum in a pint of warm
water.
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E. L. S.--The first series of United States stamps was issued in 1847,
and consisted of two values--5-cent, Franklin head, brown; 10-cent,
Washington head, in black. The next series was begun in 1851. It
consisted of 1-cent, 3-cent, 5-cent, 10-cent, 12-cent, 24-cent, 30-cent,
and 90-cent. This was followed in 1861 by a series of similar values,
with the addition of 2-cent and 15-cent. In 1869, an entire change was
made, and stamps were issued of 1-cent, 2-cent, 3-cent, 6-cent, 10-cent,
12-cent, 24-cent, 30-cent, and 90-cent. Following this, in 1870, came
the current series, which at first had values similar to the 1869
series, with the addition of a 7-cent stamp. The 7-cent, 12-cent, and
24-cent were suppressed in 1875, and the 5-cent re-introduced. Space is
too limited to give any details of these stamps, but the following point
will help you. The second and third series can be distinguished by the
size of the holes separating the stamps, being very small in the second.
In the fourth series, the stamps are all square. In the current series,
all except the 5-cent are treated similarly to the 3-cent, head in oval
to left. The 5-cent is blue. All these are the regular postage stamps
for the use of the public.
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E. S. R.--There are no books on the subject about which you inquire
which are of use to beginners. The best thing you can do is to take a
few lessons from some practical workman.
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JOHNNY S.--If by "round" stamps you mean those cut from stamped
envelopes, they are good for exchange, with the exception that they are
very easily obtained. You must always cut them square, as they are
better to paste in an album.
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T. A. J.--Fac-similes of autographs of celebrated persons are not of
much value for exchange, as they can easily be obtained. They are not
only often given in newspapers, but are contained in school histories
and many other books.
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HARRY A. MCI.--The list of words ending in _cion_ was given in the
Post-office Box of YOUNG PEOPLE No. 20, Vol. I.
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W. E. B. AND WALTER E. L.--Before the annexation of New Mexico, St.
Augustine was the oldest town in the United States. Santa Fe had long
been an Indian pueblo when it was occupied by the Spaniards, toward the
end of the sixteenth century, and some of the ancient adobe dwellings of
the Indians are still standing. Neither history nor tradition tells when
this location was first chosen by the Indians, but the remains found
there prove the date of settlement to be very ancient. The San Miguel
Church, built soon after the occupation of Santa Fe by the Spaniards, is
probably the oldest church edifice in the United States.
* * * * *
O. W. S.--The first "Jimmy Brown" story was in No. 32 of YOUNG PEOPLE,
Vol. I. There were also stories of the series in Nos. 35, 38, and 50 of
the same volume.
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SUBSCRIBER, PHILADELPHIA.--The first Wednesday in March, 1789, which
that year fell on the fourth day of the month, was the time appointed
for the government of the United States to begin its operations after
the election of George Washington, but owing to unavoidable delays it
was several weeks later before both of the new Houses of Congress could
assemble. The inauguration of Washington did not take place until April
30 of the same year, but his term of office dated from March 4, and it
was on that day in 1797 that he retired, after serving his country for
eight years, and the inauguration of John Adams took place. The
inaugurations of Presidents of the United States have always taken place
on that day, except when the date has fallen on Sunday, in which case
the public ceremonies are postponed until the following day.
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E. W. H., AND MANY OTHERS.--When the address of a correspondent desiring
exchange has been given, you must direct your offers and inquiries
directly to the one with whom you desire to make an exchange.
* * * * *
M. C. M.--The address you desire was given twice in the Post-office Box,
in No. 36 and No. 41, Vol. I.
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ROBERT H. R.--We can not furnish a full set of Young People containing
"The Moral Pirates," but you can obtain the story in neat book form.
* * * * *
Correct answers to puzzles have been received from Jessie Allen, T. M.
Armstrong, Walter E. Brainard, Charles Beyers, Jun., Berty Bassett,
Jimmie F. Burns, Nellie Brainard, Courtney Chambers, C. D. Chipman,
Nellie and Charles Corbishley, Maud M. Chambers, Willie Curtis, "Car O.
Liney," Bessie Daniels, Happy J. Daniels, Edward L. Hunt, J. L. Hastie,
Madge K. Kelly, M. Kelso, _A. B. Lothrop_, "L. U. Stral," _Charles
Mullen_ and "_Thought_," Paul J. Myler, Gracie Moore, Maud Miller,
Charlie Nichols, Jessie Newton, "Oliver Twist," Alice Paige, _Augusta
Low Parke_, Daisy Rand, W. H. Rogers, "Starry Flag," "Tre," Mattie R.
Upton, Willie F. Woolard, Kittie Weston, Karl C. Wells, H. Western,
_Madge S. Wilson_.
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PUZZLES FROM YOUNG CONTRIBUTORS.
No. 1.
ENIGMA.
In frolic, not in fun.
In rifle, not in gun.
In insect, not in gnat.
In mouse, not in cat
In peat, not in coal.
In wrap, not in roll.
In stain, not in soil.
In labor, not in toil.
In curtain, not in screen.
My whole an ancient queen.
CAR O. LINEY.
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No. 2.
HALF-SQUARE--(_To Percy_).
A sea. A bitter drug. A business transaction. A number. The present
tense of a verb. A letter from Michigan.
STARRY FLAG.
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No. 3.
EASY DIAMONDS.
1. In amethyst. To cover. A sea-port in Europe. To be impertinent. In
amethyst.
EDITH B.
2. A letter from New Hampshire. To confine. A musical instrument. The
limit. A letter from Idaho.
JOHN.
3. In England. A town of Belgium. A town of Brazil. A town and river of
Persia. In England.
BOLUS.
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No. 4.
ENIGMA--(_To Bolus_).
In rattle, not in box.
In Reynard, not in fox.
In gable, not in house.
In bittern, not in grouse.
In lion, not in deer.
In port, not in beer.
In master, not in men.
In inkstand, not in pen.
In curtain, not in shade.
In knife, not in blade.
You read of my whole in a famous book,
Into which all children love to look;
It forms a part of a baby's attire,
And takes the place of blankets and fire.
EDITH M. W.
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No. 5.
DOUBLE ACROSTIC--(_To Owlet_).
_Primals and Finals._
Always opposed, each struggling for his right;
One flings the glove, the other then must fight.
_Cross Words._
1. A work of art, admired through ages past,
Yet, after all, is but a tomb at last.
2. An instrument of music no one uses,
Though honored by Apollo and the Muses.
3. When gossips trouble us with tales absurd,
We wish them far away, using this word.
4. A picture we may guard, displayed or hid,
But none may worship--that's a thing forbid.
5. The prophet who rebuked, with words of power,
The king who sinned in an unhappy hour.
6. A creature from whose touch we shrink with dread,
That bears a charmed life--none find it dead.
7. A charming isle in Naples' lovely bay--
There pilgrims worship, and there tourists stray.
8. She cares not for the duties of her nest,
But on her master's hand sits like a crest.
9. Here roamed the deer, and many an Indian band,
Now rarely found throughout our happy land.
RIP VAN WINKLE.
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ANSWERS TO PUZZLES IN No. 71.
No. 1.
Donkey.
No. 2.
1. Yosemite Valley. 2. Wheat-ear. 3. Dahlia.
No. 3.
Madagascar.
No. 4.
U pa S
N augh T
I beri A
T rou T
E lb E
D ipper S
United States.
No. 5.
Mobile.
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A PERSONATION: WHO AM I?
BY E. M.
The first thirty years of my life I lived at ease as a liegeman at a
foreign court, where I was treated with favor, and not made to feel my
dependence. My own country, of which I was the lawful ruler, suffered
from internal wars, and finally my patriotism was aroused by the
judicial murder of one of my countrymen, who, fighting not for the hope
of the crown, but to free the country from its oppressors, was taken
prisoner, and barbarously executed. His unselfish life and death opened
my eyes to my cowardice, and incited me to make an effort to regain my
freedom, and, with a few whom I thought my friends, I concerted a plan
to escape. This plan was betrayed by one of my associates, and being
hot-blooded, when I met him by appointment to consult, though it was in
a church, I taxed him with his treachery, and our quarrel growing
violent, swords were drawn, and I killed him at the foot of the altar. I
instantly fled, assumed the title of King, called on my faithful
subjects to aid me, and, assisted by my three brothers, soon organized a
small army. The force sent against me by the usurper of my crown was so
much larger and better disciplined than mine that in the first battle I
was defeated, my army scattered, and I fled, with my brothers and a few
friends, to the hills for shelter. Being too many to remain together, we
separated. I escaped pursuit, but my three dear brothers were captured,
and soon after hung, and I was excommunicated by the Pope on account of
the murder committed in the church. A few friends joined me in my
hiding-place, and whenever we were able we sallied forth, attacking, and
often defeating, small bodies of our enemies, and then fleeing to the
friendly hills. Little by little my forces increased, and finally my
successes became so constant that the usurper himself left his country
at the head of a large army, determined to crush me. Fortunately for me,
he was taken sick, and died ere he could cross the borders of my
kingdom, but charged his son not to bury his bones until he had borne
them in triumph through my dominions. This son, unlike his war-like
father, preferred a luxurious court life, and for three years I was left
unmolested, so that I succeeded in establishing my claim over all the
country, and was publicly proclaimed King. This last act aroused my
enemy from his apathy, and he sent a force against me; but domestic
troubles compelled the army to return home, and the disagreements
between the King and his subjects lasted long enough to enable me to
recover my lost possessions, until at last only one fortress remained to
be reconquered. The governor of this asked for a truce, promising if he
were not relieved by the King before the feast of St. John, he would
deliver up the castle. He sent word to his royal master, who started as
soon as he could raise an army, and the night before the feast (June 24)
saw us both encamped in the neighborhood of the fortress. The battle
next day resulted in my favor, though the odds were greatly against us,
and it has been celebrated in both song and story. I captured so many
noble prisoners that I was enabled to exchange them for my wife and
relations, who had been held as captives for eight years. I was now able
to take the offensive, drive my enemies out of my kingdom, and compel a
truce for thirteen years. I was beloved by my people, and so dear is my
memory still to them that in 1872, more than five hundred years after my
death, a statue was erected to me in the famous castle I conquered on
the eve of St. John.
[Illustration: BOY. "Say, Mister, will you hold my Kite while I go up
and tie on another piece of tail?"]
[Illustration]
THE TALLY-HO.
Heigh-ho! Here we go,
On top of the famous Tally-ho.
The cracking whip and tooting horn
Ring loud and clear on the frosty morn;
And the iron hoofs make a merry sound
As they clatter over the frozen ground.
Ta ra! Ta ra! Crack! Crack! Heigh-ho!
Then snap the whip, the bugle blow;
For this is the famous Tally-ho.
Our cheeks are red, our noses blue;
But we enjoy it, and so would you.
And we shall have hot pumpkin-pie
And apple-dumplings by-and-by;
A blazing fire to warm our feet,
And a maid to serve us, trim and neat.
Ta ra! Ta ra! Crack! Crack! Heigh-ho!
Then snap the whip, the bugle blow;
For this is the famous Tally-ho.
End of Project Gutenberg's Harper's Young People, March 29, 1881, by Various